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Education
Rajasthan Student Dies by Suicide After Father Seizes Phone
✍️ NDTV
🗓 11 Aug 2026, 05:18 PM
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A 16‑year‑old class‑11 student in Rajasthan took his own life after his father confiscated his phone, according to local reports. The incident has raised concerns about parental control and student mental health.
A 16‑year‑old class‑11 student in Rajasthan died by suicide after his father confiscated his phone, local sources say. The student was reportedly preparing for his board exams and expressed distress over losing access to his device. No official statements have been released by the family or the school, but the incident has sparked debate over parental restrictions and student well‑being. Authorities are investigating the circumstances, and mental‑health professionals are urging schools to provide counseling and support for students facing similar pressures.